Director of Procurement - Global Development & Medical Services

Cambridge, MAFull-time$184k–$253kPosted Jul 8, 2026
About This Role:     As the Director of Procurement - Global Development & Medical Services, you will play a pivotal role within the Research, Development, and Medical Services Procurement team. This position is integral to driving procurement strategies, managing a substantial ~$600M spend across diverse subcategories such as Clinical Trial CRO Management, Clinical Technologies, and Medical Affairs services.   In this role the focus will be on translating high-level business objectives and priorities into deployable strategies, facilitated through a procurement team.  With your business insights, commercial foresight, and procurement expertise you’ll shape category strategies, influence decision-making, and unlock opportunities that extend beyond cost.    This Director will report to the Head of Research, Development & Medical Services.  What   You’ll   Do :   Category Strategy Leadership:   Lead   a team of G lobal   C ategory   Mangers   to   build & refresh   strategic category   strategies   grounded in external market signals and internal demand, to enable   business acceleration .   Supplier Relationship Ownership:   Drive Global SRM for strategic partners , lead   Business Operations Committee   (BOC) Governance, QBS ,   and   issue &   performance   management to   enable   business goals and   objectives .     Spend Analytics & Value Generation:   Utilize   spend data analytics, market   intell igence , and benchmarking to   identify   value opportunities ,   optim ize   vendor services, drive Cost Reduc tion & Avoidance   improving   value   return in alignment with Finance .   Cross Functional Leadership:   Partner with senior stakeholders to build relationships   and   coordinate   structured   decision making   across diverse teams   that   facilitate   business   alignment, acceleration, and   value.   Negotiation Leadership:   Set and execute negotiation strategies and playbooks for complex global MSAs, rate cards, rebates, and commercial terms to secure value, control, and speed .   Execution Excell ence:   Ensure efficiency of procurement events through   optimal   use of buying channels ,   p rogram implementations of tools and systems   that drive   successful execution   while managing risks and clear stakeholder communication .   Preferred Supp lier   Ecosystem:   Evaluate vendor landscape to align preferred suppliers   meeting the business’ priorities   across Business Units, Therapeutic Areas , and Global environment   to ensure   consistency,   compliance   and   outcomes .       Who You Are:     You are a dynamic leader with proven success in shaping global category strategies in a complex, matrixed, highly regulated environment. Your executive presence & ability to develop effective relationships that influence senior stakeholders and decision making. You thrive in change and ambiguity, adapting quickly while maintaining focus on strategic objectives. Your communication skills are exceptional, allowing you to convey complex ideas clearly and motivate others. You excel in project management, juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Your global leadership inspires trust and operational excellence, driving process and cost improvement initiatives. Required Skills:   Undergraduate degree or   equivalent combination of education and experience   require d   12 +   years of   related   leadership   experience   including   6+ years of   clinical or adjacent   category management ,   and at least 3 years in team management   in   a   global   environment   Proven leadership of high impact team s   and ability to mentor and coach   team members   to develop strategic capabilities    Ability to influence ,   collaborate , and communicate   effectively with strong stakeholder management skills, building trust across cross-functional teams and senior business partners.   Demonstrated ability to lead complex, global procurement initiatives and manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment with strategic   objectives , timelines, and stakeholder   expectations .   Expertise in   prioritizing, organizing, and multitasking in a dynamic   environment .   Proven   value generation   from both internal and external opportunities .   Proficiency   with digital procurement tools, advanced analytics, automation, and AI-enabled insights   Proficiency   in sophisticated negotiations across varied commercial models and deal structures, including   CROs,   Clinical Technologies , and   Medical Affairs.      #LI-Hybrid   Job Level: Management Additional Information The base compensation range for this role is: $184,000.00-$253,000.00 Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity. Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.  In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees’ and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being ; including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement  Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31) Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance  80 hours of sick time per calendar year Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit  401(k) program participation with company matched contributions Employee stock purchase plan  Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year  Employee Resource Groups participation Why Biogen? We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives. At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired.  Read on  to learn more about Biogen. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

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